To find the best university *for you*, you need to consider several factors beyond just rankings:
* Specific program focus: Do you want a focus on literary translation, technical translation, localization, interpreting, or something else? Universities excel in different areas.
* Faculty expertise: Look at the professors' publications and research interests. Do they align with your goals?
* Course structure and modules: Does the curriculum offer the specific skills and knowledge you seek?
* Career services: Does the university offer support for finding translation-related jobs after graduation?
* Location and overall university experience: Consider factors like campus environment, city life, and student support services.
Instead of relying solely on a single ranking, I recommend:
1. Checking the university league tables: Websites like the Complete University Guide, The Guardian University Guide, and Times Higher Education (THE) publish university rankings, but remember to check their methodologies and look specifically at the subject rankings for "linguistics" or "modern languages" (as translation studies is often nested within these broader subject areas). These rankings are often *general*, not specific to translation studies.
2. Visiting university websites: Examine the specific curriculum, faculty profiles, and research activities of translation-related programs at universities that interest you.
3. Looking at individual program websites: Many universities have dedicated pages for their translation and interpreting programs. These pages often offer more detailed information than general university rankings.
In short, there's no magic "best" ranking. You need to research individual programs to find the best fit for your academic and career aspirations.